Oahu Weather Forecast for March 15, 2026

Oahu Weather Forecast for March 15, 2026

A strong kona storm remains north of the Hawaiian Islands generating periods of hazardous weather impacts across the state through the next couple of days...

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Oahu Surf Forecast for March 15, 2026
Oahu Surf Forecast for March 15, 2026

Strong southerly winds will keep large and rough surf in place along south facing shores today, with the surf then trending lower tonight and Monday. A new...

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Oahu News:

The Hawaii men’s basketball team secured an NCAA Tournament spot by winning the Big West title against UC Irvine, marking a major sports highlight for Oahu. Meanwhile, severe weather continues to impact the island as some Honolulu Festival events were canceled due to storms, with multiple road closures reported across O‘ahu from flooding and landslides. In response to the heavy rains, officials evacuated a homeless community in Waimanalo to ensure safety. Concerns over infrastructure grew as the Wahiawā Dam was warned to be at risk of failure, threatening catastrophic flooding for nearby residents. On a lighter note, locals are enjoying ‘Aiwi Waffles’ bringing mochi magic to O‘ahu’s food scene, adding a sweet twist amid the challenging weather conditions.

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MEO names Dellfinn Castroverde Driver of the Year

Dellfinn Castroverde, a driver with more than 30 years of service to Maui County residents, received the Maui Economic Opportunity Driver of the Year award during a staff ceremony Feb. 26.

Kona storm begins lifting: Flood Watch, Wind Advisory continue for Maui, Wind Warning for Haleakalā

The large and powerful kona storm that has been slowly moving across the Hawaiian Islands, is expected to begin lifting northeastward today into Monday, with heavy rain and strong winds easing across the state, according to the National Weather Service. However, periods of unsettled wet weather in a light and variable low level wind pattern will continue across the state through next week.

Maui Weather Forecast for March 15, 2026

A strong kona storm remains north of the Hawaiian Islands generating periods of hazardous weather impacts across the state through the next couple of days...

10 years after sugar plantation’s closure, Puʻunēnē Mill’s transformation in the works

Nan Inc., which purchased the mill and about 300 surrounding acres in 2024, hopes to turn the old plantation infrastructure into an area for businesses and light industrial use -- and potentially housing in the future.

Maui United Way names nonprofits to receive Act 310 funds

Maui United Way announced five local nonprofits will receive state Hawaiʻi Act 310 funds to maintain food and shelter services following a drop in federal emergency funding for rural communities.

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What you need to know about the kona low Sunday on Kaua‘i: Power restored to most Kaua‘i Island Utility Co-op members with outages

The only weather-related advisory still in effect for the Garden Isle after it weathered the powerful kona low is a wind advisory for the east, west and mountain areas of the island that runs until 6 p.m. today.

New study on Kauaʻi finds surge in road deaths for Hawaiʻi’s state bird, the nēnē

A new research initiative on Kauaʻi’s west side has uncovered a disturbing rise in vehicle-related deaths of endangered nēnē along a 5-mile stretch of Kaumualiʻi Highway.

Kauaʻi middle schoolers tour Pacific Missile Range Facility to learn about available careers

Waimea Canyon Middle School students experienced a behind the scenes view of careers at the military facility and gained insight into the skills and education needed for these professions. 

Kauai Weather Forecast for March 15, 2026

A powerful kona storm remains north of the state producing periods of hazardous weather impacts across the Hawaiian Islands through Sunday. Expect a combination...

Kauai Surf Forecast for March 15, 2026

Strong to gale-force southerly winds will create large and rough surf along south facing shores into Sunday, though recent observations show that surf along...

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What you need to know about the kona low Sunday on Big Island: Flash flood advisory canceled for entire island

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu report that heavy rain has ended around the Big Island; stream levels remain elevated; however, flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.

Salvation Army mobilizes emergency services in response to powerful kona low

Organization and its volunteers deliver more than 600 meals to impacted residents and first responders throughout the state.

Police to host HI-PAL free movie night in Waikōloa with showing of ‘Dog Man’

The featured movie "Dog Man" will be shown from 5 to 7 p.m. on March 18 in the cafeteria at Waikōloa Elementary and Middle School.

What you need to know about the kona low Saturday on the Big Island: Entire island now under flash flood warning; spots on Ali‘i Drive added to growing list of road closures

Radar indicated at 9:13 p.m. heavy rain over all of the Big Island, falling at 1 to 3 inches per hour; several stream gauges remain above flood warning thresholds islandwide, and life-threatening flash flooding was ongoing, with reports of highway closures and flooding in local communities.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 15, 2026

A powerful kona storm remains northwest of the state producing periods of hazardous weather impacts across the Hawaiian Islands through the rest of the weekend...